A Slow-Cooker Dish A Day: July 2014

Sometimes it's okay to take things slow. This year, let your slow-cooker do the work with 365 days of foolproof recipes.

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Gumbo Gravy over Stone-ground Grits

Photo: Melina Hammer; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell

Heavenly, slow-cooked grits form the base of this spectacular Cajun spin-off. With a light, tomato-based gravy, you can indulge in andouille sausage.
Gumbo Gravy over Stone-ground Grits Recipe

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Brazilian Feijoada

Photo: Raymond Hom; Styling: Pamela Duncan Silver

Feijoada (pronounced fay-ZWAH-da) is a delicious stew of pork and black beans that's traditionally served over rice with fresh orange slices. In Brazil, this dish is often served on special occasions, but preparing it in a slow cooker makes it possible to serve this rich dish on the busiest weeknights.

Brazilian Feijoada Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Bratwurst with Sauerkraut and Apples

Photo: Ryan Benyi: Styling: A.J. Battifarano

Simmer bratwurst in the slow cooker along with sauerkraut, apple, mustard and brown sugar to add rich, deep flavor to the sausages. Serve on buns for a hearty main dish.
Slow-Cooker Bratwurst with Sauerkraut and Apples Recipe

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Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia Pursell

Amp up your Fourth of July picnic by serving this simple-to-fix pork recipe with buns and slaw. Or, use it to fill a quesadilla, or spoon over hot cooked cheese grits or toasted cornbread.
Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork Recipe

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Peppered Corn on the Cob

Photo: Oxmoor House

Corn-on-the-cob is delicious on its own, but wrapping it in bacon doesn't hurt. Bacon imparts a smoky flavor that makes this barbecue side dish like no other.
Peppered Corn on the Cob Recipe

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Baby Back Ribs

Oxmoor House

Prebaking these ribs gives them a rich browned exterior. The subsequent long, slow stint in the slow cooker produces fall-off-the-bone, fork-tender ribs.
Baby Back Ribs Recipe

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Mixed Berry Cobbler

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Rose Nguyen

Frozen berries mean this dish can be made year-round, but you can also make use of the summer's best berries to make this incredible dessert. A healthy granola topping makes this dish a bit lighter than the traditional flour-and-butter crumble.
Mixed Berry Cobbler Recipe

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Four-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

Photo: Melina Hammer; Styling: Buffy Hargett

Four-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pot Roast is the perfect dinner solution for your busy schedule. Just toss in the 4 ingredients and let your slow cooker do all the work.
Four-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pot Roast Recipe

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Salsa Cheesecake

Oxmoor House

It's a cheesecake, but it's not dessert. Served with baked tortilla chips, this festive appetizer will be a hit at your next party.
Salsa Cheesecake Recipe

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Asian-Ginger Wings

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Chicken wings take on an Asian flair with the addition of teriyaki sauce, honey, ginger and lime. Sesame seeds, sliced green onions and red chiles add color and flavor. Bet you can't eat just one!
Asian-Ginger Wings Recipe

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Easy Jambalaya

Photo: Rob Culpepper; Styling: Paden Reich

Make this easy jambalaya once, and you may end up making it every week! This slow-cooker dish couldn't be simpler, and it tastes phenomenal.
Easy Jambalaya Recipe

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Beer-and-Cheddar Fondue

Beer, cheddar, pork sausage and green chiles -- this is truly a guy's favorite dish. Stir occasionally when serving to keep blended, and serve with cubed French bread and sliced pears.
Beer-and-Cheddar Fondue Recipe

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Spicy Black-Eyed Peas

Oxmoor House

Freeze your summer bounty of black-eyed peas for fresh flavor in the fall. Reduce the amount of hot sauce and finely chopped jalapeño pepper to mellow out the spicy flavor, if you desire.
Spicy Black-Eyed Peas Recipe

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5-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

This 5-ingredient recipe is so easy, you'll want to keep making it all summer long. Eat the pork as a main course, or use it to fill sandwiches, top nachos, or add to your favorite macaroni and cheese.
5-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe

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Moroccan Meatballs in Spicy Tomato Sauce

Oxmoor House

Seasoned meatballs simmer in an aromatic tomato sauce for a Mediterranean-style dinner. You can shape the meatballs in advance and store them in the freezer to save time. The rest of the recipe is best prepared and cooked the same day.
Moroccan Meatballs in Spicy Tomato Sauce Recipe

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Sesame-Ginger Chicken

Oxmoor House

Serve over steamed rice to savor every bit of the sweet Asian glaze. This classic dish is a slow-cooker must-have on your weeknight meal planner.
Sesame-Ginger Chicken Recipe

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Pulled Pork Nachos

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

This recipe makes use of the 5-ingredient pulled pork from earlier in the month. The toppings are interchangeable, so you can gussy up these nachos any way you like.
Pulled Pork Nachos Recipe

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French Dip au Jus

Oxmoor House

The roast in these sandwiches is melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the brown sugar added to the broth pumps up the flavor! For party-size sandwiches, substitute smaller rolls.
French Dip au Jus Recipe

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Sausage and Eggplant Stew

Photo: Ryan Benyi; Styling: Gerri Williams for James Reps

You'll want to bring out your slow cooker for this hearty dish. Offer a salad and crusty bread on the side, or serve Sausage and Eggplant Stew over cooked rigatoni.
Sausage and Eggplant Stew Recipe

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Chunky Peach-Ginger Chutney

Oxmoor House

Summer delivers the most wonderful, juicy peaches, so don't let them go to waste! If you use frozen peaches, there's no need to thaw them first. This chutney thickens as it stands, as well as when it chills. Serve the chutney warm or chilled with grilled or roasted pork, chicken, or lamb.
Chunky Peach-Ginger Chutney Recipe

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Pulled-Pork Tacos

Photo: Kan Kanbayashi

These pulled pork tacos have a secret ingredient -- unsweetened cocoa powder! It lends an amazing flavor to the meat, reminiscent of Mexican mole sauce. Serve with a squeeze of lime and a cold beer, if desired.
Pulled-Pork Tacos Recipe

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Baked Four-Cheese Spaghetti with Italian Sausage

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

This fabulous slow-cooker spaghetti features Italian sausage and a four-cheese mixture of Cheddar, Mozzarella, Fontina, and Parmesan. There's something for the whole family to love.
Baked Four-Cheese Spaghetti with Italian Sausage Recipe

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Buffalo Chicken-Cheese Dip

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Buffalo Chicken-Cheese dip makes a great appetizer for picnics and gamedays. Just serve with celery sticks and tortilla chips, then watch it quickly disappear.
Buffalo Chicken-Cheese Dip Recipe

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Slow-Cooker BBQ Turkey Meatballs

Photo: Ryan Benyi; Styling: Andrea Steinberg

These easy slow-cooker turkey meatballs are the perfect choice for busy weeknights. Serve over mashed potatoes with a side of corn.
Slow-Cooker BBQ Turkey Meatballs Recipe

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Chilaquiles

Oxmoor House

Before there were nachos, there were chilaquiles. Tomatoes and spices simmer with any kind of meat to make the ideal topping for tortilla chips. Here, chipotle, chicken, and cilantro meld in this filling Mexican favorite.
Chilaquiles Recipe

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Pork Noodle Bowls

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

This recipe makes use of the 5-ingredient pulled pork from earlier in the month. Thin rice noodles, veggies, ginger and lime lend incredible, fresh flavor to this Asian-inspired noodle bowl.
Pork Noodle Bowls Recipe

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Brandied Plum-Vanilla Bread Pudding

Oxmoor House

Brandy-spiked dried plums bejewel this delicious vanilla-infused bread pudding, putting a decadent spin on comfort food.
Brandied Plum-Vanilla Bread Pudding Recipe

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Cincinnati Chili

Photo: Kana Okada; Styling: Susan Vajaranant

Cincinatti chili is typically served as a sauce for spaghetti or hot dogs. The spices are what make this dish fantastic, so be sure to use the freshest available.
Cincinnati Chili Recipe

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Thai Red Curry Beef

Oxmoor House

Jalapeño seeds add a slight kick to this Thai beef dish. If you want to decrease the heat, seed the jalapeño before mincing.
Thai Red Curry Beef Recipe

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Chicken Thighs With Carrots and Potatoes

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

All you need is 20 minutes to get this dish in the slow cooker, then you have a hearty chicken and veggie supper waiting for you when you get home.

Chicken Thighs With Carrots and Potatoes Recipe

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Sausage and Pepper Sandwiches

This recipe is great for all those gorgeous bell peppers you see around this time of year but have no idea what to do with. It’s also an easy lunch that everyone will enjoy.

Sausage and Pepper Sandwiches Recipe

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A Slow-Cooker Dish A Day: July

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Gumbo Gravy over Stone-ground Grits

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Brazilian Feijoada

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Slow-Cooker Bratwurst with Sauerkraut and Apples

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Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork

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Peppered Corn on the Cob

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Baby Back Ribs

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Mixed Berry Cobbler

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Four-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

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Salsa Cheesecake

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Asian-Ginger Wings

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Easy Jambalaya

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Beer-and-Cheddar Fondue

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Spicy Black-Eyed Peas

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5-Ingredient Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork

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Moroccan Meatballs in Spicy Tomato Sauce

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Sesame-Ginger Chicken

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Pulled Pork Nachos

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French Dip au Jus

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Sausage and Eggplant Stew

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Chunky Peach-Ginger Chutney

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Pulled-Pork Tacos

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Baked Four-Cheese Spaghetti with Italian Sausage

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Buffalo Chicken-Cheese Dip

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Slow-Cooker BBQ Turkey Meatballs

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Chilaquiles

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Pork Noodle Bowls

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